FAA to cut air traffic at major airports
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Hundreds of flights, a small overall percentage, were canceled on Friday following orders by the Trump administration as the government shutdown leaves air traffic controllers working without pay. Disruptions at major airports appeared limited.
Major airlines are complying with the FAA's call to reduce flight schedules starting Friday, with some carriers already beginning to cancel flights.
Flight cancellations are accelerating as U.S. airlines comply with a government order to cut flights because of the shutdown.
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The government shutdown has triggered 1,000-plus flight delays as the FAA cuts capacity at 40 airports. Airlines are offering refunds and policy changes amid ongoing travel disruptions.
Major airlines including American, Delta, and United have responded to the FAA's decision to reduce flights by 10% at 40 airports starting Friday.